1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1449 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8. 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
