1985 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L 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 71 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Skoda L weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Donkervoort S8 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Skoda |
| Model | S8 | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
