1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (289 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Bentley | Suzuki |
| Model | Turbo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
