1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 18 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 103 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Tata |
| Model | D8 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
