1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort S8 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 63 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
Model | S8 | Fusca |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |