1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Torana weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
| Model | S8 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
