1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1991 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 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 71 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 430 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Donkervoort S8 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Skoda |
| Model | S8 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1590 mm |
