1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 142 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Donkervoort S8 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |