1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1996 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 854 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1996 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort S8 | 1996 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
