1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | 19 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
