1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Drover 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 52 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
| Model | S8 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
