1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 650 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Mulsanne | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
