1991 Audi S2 vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 766 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
| Model | S2 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
