1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1998 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Berlingo | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
