1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II 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 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
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1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Chevrolet |
Model | Silver Spirit II | Sonic |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 25.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 46 L |