1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 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 (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Toyota MR2. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 635 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Mulsanne | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
