1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 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, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Donkervoort |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | D8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
