1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 725 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Blazer | S8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1110 mm |
