1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Jimmy 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 198 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Mulsanne | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
