1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 13 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (128 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 671 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 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort S8 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1950 mm |
