1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2058 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1995 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1995 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Donkervoort | Land Rover |
Model | D8 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |