1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 21 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 715 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
Make Rolls-Royce Chevrolet
Model Silver Spirit Orlando
Year Released 1991 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2380 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4652 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1836 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1633 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2760 mm


 

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