1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 399 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1989 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1989 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
