1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | ZAZ |
| Model | D8 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
