1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 171 kg more than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1986 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Donkervoort S8 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
