1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1987 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1987 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Datsun 1800 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1987 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Datsun | Donkervoort |
| Model | 1800 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
