1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 490 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S8 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
