1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar.
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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
