2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Berlingo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
