1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
