1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 171 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
