2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. 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, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
