1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 551 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
