1984 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 257 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
