1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 1991 Donkervoort S8 and 1991 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 25 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 409 kg more than 1991 Donkervoort S8.

Because 1991 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Donkervoort S8 1991 Volkswagen Golf
Make Donkervoort Volkswagen
Model S8 Golf
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 1084 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1430 mm


 

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