1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bentley Mulsanne 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 228 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. 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, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Mulsanne | Capri |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |