1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 27 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 150 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 946 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mulsanne | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 55 L |
