1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 465 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Escort, 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
