1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 632 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
| Model | Silver Spur | S80 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
