2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
| Model | Dakota | S8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1110 mm |
