1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 15 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 136 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2005 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
