1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Escort | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |