2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 329 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Because 1990 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
