1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover

To start off, both 1989 Donkervoort S8 and 1989 Rover Range Rover were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.

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