1984 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 825 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2000 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2000 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2000 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Buick | Donkervoort |
| Model | Electra | D8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2310 mm |
