1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 10 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 (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Mulsanne | Clio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
