1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 616 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
