1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1991 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Quintet 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 36 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Quintet weights approximately 309 kg more than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Donkervoort S8 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
