2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1987 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 595 kg more than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1987 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 1987 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 1987 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Donkervoort |
| Model | Rezzo | S8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1110 mm |
