1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1986 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 657 kg more than 1986 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Donkervoort S8. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1986 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1986 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
