1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1987 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1987 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Donkervoort S8 | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | S8 | Concerto |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |