1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 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 110 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 127 kg more than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Mulsanne | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 83 L |
