1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 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 55 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
