1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 201 kg more than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
Model | Silver Spirit | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |