2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 18 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Tahoe | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
