1988 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1988 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Donkervoort S8 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Rover |
| Model | S8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
