1988 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 19 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 52 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Donkervoort S8 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
Model | S8 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |