1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
