1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 12 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
