1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 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 192 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 690 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Mulsanne | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3010 mm |
