1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bentley Mulsanne would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 950 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mulsanne | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
