2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 850 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Frontier | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3070 mm |