1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 15 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 834 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, 2007 Nissan Primera, 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
