1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 16 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 456 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1995 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | S8 | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1131 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |