2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 16 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Rainier | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 6748 cc |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3070 mm |