1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, both 1992 Donkervoort D8 and 1992 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 60 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 361 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, 1992 Renault 19, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
Model | D8 | 19 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |