1990 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur

To start off, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1444 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Civic 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
Make Honda Rolls-Royce
Model Civic Silver Spur
Year Released 1990 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 150 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 104.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 99.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1026 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 3170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 108 L


 

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