2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 970 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Explorer | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 107 L |
