1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | D8 | Life |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2090 mm |
