1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 745 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1990 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 1990 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
| Model | Voyager | S8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1110 mm |
