2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 376 kg more than 2002 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Berlingo | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |