1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 14 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Donkervoort S8 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | S8 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
