1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva 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 39 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 477 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1993 Lada Niva 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, 1993 Lada Niva 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lada |
| Model | S8 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
