1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
