1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1991 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 855 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Donkervoort S8 | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
