1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 11 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 760 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
