1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1991 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1991 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 555 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Donkervoort S8 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
