1985 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 58 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Donkervoort S8 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | S8 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
