1989 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 84 kg more than 1989 Ford Falcon.
Because 1989 Ford Falcon 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 1989 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Falcon | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Falcon | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |