2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 474 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar. 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
