2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1989 Dodge Shadow
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 216 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1989 Dodge Shadow | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Shadow |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
