1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1223 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
| Model | Silver Spirit | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
