2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 229 kg more than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Escalade | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |