2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 153 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo.
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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
