1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 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 164 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 958 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Mulsanne | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 58 L |
