1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | S8 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
