1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1986 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 120 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
| Model | S8 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
