1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort D8 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 635 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lada |
| Model | D8 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
