1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (116 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1996 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1102 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
