2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 900 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |
