1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, both 1983 Bentley Mulsanne and 1983 Daihatsu Charade 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 (320 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. 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 Daihatsu Charade, 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 (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
Model | Mulsanne | Charade |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 617 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 43 L |