1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1122 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 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Donkervoort | SsangYong |
Model | D8 | Actyon |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |