1984 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 431 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
| Model | 90 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
