1987 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 646 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault 5 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Renault | Citroen |
Model | 5 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.6:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |