1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1996 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault R5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault R5 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 104 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault R5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1996 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | R5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
