1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 700 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
| Model | Conquest | D8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
