2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 989 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 107 L |
