1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 666 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1992 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 1992 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
| Model | Spirit | D8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
