1988 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1988 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 764 kg more than 1988 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Donkervoort S8 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
