1990 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Honda NSX 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 1990 Honda NSX. 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda NSX 2010 Citroen Berlingo
Make Honda Citroen
Model NSX Berlingo
Year Released 1990 2010
Body Type Coupe Panel Van
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 3400 RPM
Top Speed 246 km/hour 151 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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