2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Tribute | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
