1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 22 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 103 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 504 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Bentley | SsangYong |
| Model | Mulsanne | Musso |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 73 L |
