2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1587 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Tahoe | S8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1110 mm |