1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | D8 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3240 mm |
