1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 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 83 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 726 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Mulsanne | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 79 L |