1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 17 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 276 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Donkervoort | Lotus |
Model | D8 | Elise |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2299 mm |