1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 32 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
