1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 1996 Renault Spider is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1987 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Spider weights approximately 315 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Donkervoort S8 | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
Model | S8 | Spider |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1260 mm |