2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1986 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 612 kg more than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Berlingo | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
