1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 220 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
