1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1975 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 825 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1975 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Donkervoort S8 | 1975 Ford Granada | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | S8 | Granada |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |