1984 Ford Laser 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 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 692 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Laser | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Laser | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
