1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 20 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1294 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8. 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2012 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort S8 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Donkervoort | SsangYong |
| Model | S8 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
