1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 18 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Tata |
| Model | D8 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
