2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Berlingo | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
