1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera 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 (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Mulsanne | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
