1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Donkervoort S8 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 71 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1990 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | S8 | Express |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
