1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 12 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 26 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 620 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, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Donkervoort S8 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | S8 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |