1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
