1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 16 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1335 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 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mercury |
| Model | S8 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
