1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 766 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi Coupe | 1998 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
Model | Coupe | D8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |