1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 17 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 26 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 372 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
