1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1995 Mazda MX-3
To start off, both 1995 Donkervoort D8 and 1995 Mazda MX-3 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 33 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 409 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
