1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 705 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
Model | Dart | D8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |