1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 435 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
