1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 21 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 57 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Mulsanne | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |
