2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Astro | S8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1110 mm |
