1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 610 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 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
