1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 939 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Mulsanne | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
