1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1992 Eagle Summit
To start off, both 1992 Donkervoort S8 and 1992 Eagle Summit were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 24 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 322 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1992 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 1992 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit, 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, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Donkervoort S8 | 1992 Eagle Summit | |
Make | Donkervoort | Eagle |
Model | S8 | Summit |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |