2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Caterham | Donkervoort |
| Model | 21 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
