1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1993 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 1993 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude, 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, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | S8 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |