1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1998 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 366 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Taft | 1998 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Donkervoort |
| Model | Taft | D8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2310 mm |
