1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1316 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, 2011 Nissan Quest, 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1816 mm |
