2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 689 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram 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, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Ram | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3070 mm |