1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 920 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Camaro | D8 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |