2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | CX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
