1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1995 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1995 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort S8 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | S8 | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |