1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1995 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Renault 30 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8. 1975 Renault 30 has automatic transmission and 1995 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1995 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Renault 30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | 30 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
