2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Berlingo | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
