1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. 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 163 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 60 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 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
