1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1984 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000, 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 Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Pontiac |
| Model | Silver Spirit | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
