1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 20 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 519 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Nissan |
| Model | Silver Spur | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
