2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 542 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
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, 1986 Ford Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 1986 Ford Orion has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Orion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1986 Ford Orion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Orion |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |