2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1992 Renault Express
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Express 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 335 more horse power than 1992 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1992 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Continental 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 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault Express, 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Express. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Express. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Express 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 | 1992 Renault Express | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |
