1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pulsar 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 31 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 450 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, 1992 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
