1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
| Model | Silver Spur | 66 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
