2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Range Rover | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
