1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 60 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega 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. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Berlingo | Omega |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
