1985 Citroen Axel vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Axel weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1995 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Axel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
| Model | Axel | S8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
