2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer.
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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Explorer | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 2382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 3070 mm |