1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 188 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Dodge | Citroen |
Model | Spirit | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |