1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
