1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 855 kg more than 1986 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota 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, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
| Model | Dakota | S8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1110 mm |
