1984 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 129 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1999 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
