1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 1994 Honda Legend is newer by 11 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 127 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 700 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend. 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, 1994 Honda Legend, 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1994 Honda Legend | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Mulsanne | Legend |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |