1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 389 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Nissan |
Model | Silver Spirit | Quest |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 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 | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3000 mm |