2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser.
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, 1990 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Laser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
