1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 805 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | S8 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
