1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | S8 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
