1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1690 mm |
