2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 86 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | HR-V | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3070 mm |
