1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 966 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.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mitsubishi |
| Model | D8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2649 mm |
