1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 30 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 140 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 630 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Mulsanne | Equinox |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 71 L |