1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 9 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Vauxhall |
| Model | D8 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
