1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 190 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 (617 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Mulsanne | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 50 L |
