1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1976 Lada 1200
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 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 79 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lada 1200 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1976 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Lada |
Model | D8 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |