1985 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1227 kg more than 1985 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Donkervoort S8 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Hyundai |
| Model | S8 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1800 mm |
