2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 791 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2350 mm |
