1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone 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 74 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 326 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, 1985 Subaru Leone, 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 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Subaru |
| Model | D8 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
