2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 522 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Nitro | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
