1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 645 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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1990 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1990 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1435 mm |
