2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (455 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 915 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780. 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, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volvo |
| Model | Phantom | 780 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 455 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2780 mm |
