2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 705 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Donkervoort |
| Model | Rocky | S8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1110 mm |
