1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
