1991 Auverland A3 vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1991 Auverland A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Auverland A3. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Auverland A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Auverland A3 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Auverland A3. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Auverland A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Auverland A3 | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Auverland | Donkervoort |
| Model | A3 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1110 mm |
