1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 810 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jeep |
| Model | D8 | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
