1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 10 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Vauxhall |
| Model | S8 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
