2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | GMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Acadia | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 107 L |
