1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2010 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 19 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.

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, 2010 Nissan Quest, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 2010 Nissan Quest
Make Rolls-Royce Nissan
Model Silver Spirit Quest
Year Released 1991 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 208 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2380 kg 1228 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 3160 mm


 

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