1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 585 kg more than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Donkervoort S8 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Crown |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |