1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
| Model | D8 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
