1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | D8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
