1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1989 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Peugeot |
| Model | S8 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
