1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1994 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity weights approximately 685 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity, 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 1994 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1994 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1994 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Celebrity | S8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |