1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, both 1992 Daihatsu Opti and 1992 Donkervoort D8 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Opti weights approximately 140 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, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 1992 Daihatsu Opti has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Donkervoort |
Model | Opti | D8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |