2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. 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 Volkswagen Vento, 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 (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1992 Volkswagen Vento has manual transmission. 1992 Volkswagen Vento 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 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | Vento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
