1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 1973 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1999 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1999 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Vega | D8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
