1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 422 kg more than 1985 Dodge Charger. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Charger | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
