1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
