1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 162 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 955 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Kia |
| Model | Silver Spur | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
