1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1987 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1987 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 1987 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, 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 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Donkervoort S8 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Plymouth |
| Model | S8 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
