1987 Citroen AX vs. 1988 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1988 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 147 kg more than 1988 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX 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, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1988 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1988 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
| Model | AX | S8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
