1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1983 Chrysler Laser
To start off, both 1983 Bentley Mulsanne and 1983 Chrysler Laser were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 232 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler Laser. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1983 Chrysler Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler Laser. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1983 Chrysler Laser | |
Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
Model | Mulsanne | Laser |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |