2011 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1992 Ford Laser
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Laser (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 261 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser.
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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser. 1992 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen Berlingo | 1992 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Laser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
