1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 605 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort S8. 1995 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1993 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1993 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Plymouth |
| Model | S8 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
