1997 Nissan Laurel vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 990 kg more than 1997 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Laurel | 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Laurel | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |