1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 610 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Because 2011 Lada Niva 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, 2011 Lada Niva 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, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lada |
| Model | S8 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
