1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 578 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 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, 2012 Kia Soul, 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Kia |
| Model | D8 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
