1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. Both 1995 Donkervoort D8 and 2005 Vauxhall Vectra are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 650 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, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Vauxhall |
| Model | D8 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
