2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Prairie (79 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
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 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
