1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. Both 1993 Donkervoort D8 and 1973 Mazda Luce are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 520 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
