2009 Acura MDX vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 686 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Acura | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | MDX | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 108 L |
