1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 354 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo.
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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Tempo | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Tempo | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |