1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana 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 208 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana, 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Nissan |
Model | Silver Spur | Santana |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2560 mm |