1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 585 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1993 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1993 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Pontiac |
| Model | D8 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
