1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 945 kg more than 1997 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Berlingo | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
