2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 353 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 759 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
