1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 183 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri.
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, 1992 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Capri | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
