2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1987 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 17 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Because 1987 Ford Mustang 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 1987 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1987 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
