1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 775 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jeep |
| Model | S8 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
