1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina 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 15 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 395 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, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Donkervoort S8 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |