1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1387 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 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort S8 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Kia |
| Model | S8 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 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 | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
