2005 Acura MDX vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bentley Mulsanne would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | MDX | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 108 L |
