2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 1967 Mercury Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Berlingo | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |