1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 326 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Lotus | Citroen |
Model | Esprit | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |