1985 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1985 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 220 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Donkervoort S8 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
| Model | S8 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
