2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 242. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 242 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1986 Volvo 242. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1986 Volvo 242 has manual transmission. 1986 Volvo 242 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | 242 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
