1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 846 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 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Donkervoort S8 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
Model | S8 | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1501 mm |