2002 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 12 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 77 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1148 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Focus | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |