2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1980 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
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, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1980 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Omni |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
