1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 24 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 167 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Mulsanne | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
