1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant 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 57 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 486 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mitsubishi |
| Model | D8 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
