1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1991 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1991 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 845 kg more than 1991 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Donkervoort S8 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Donkervoort | Plymouth |
Model | S8 | Volare |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |