1989 Volvo 480 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480.
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, 1989 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 480 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | 480 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
