1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 777 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jeep |
| Model | S8 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
