2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 23 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 1175 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Tahoe | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 107 L |
