1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1996 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 650 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F. 1987 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1996 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1996 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | D8 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2240 mm |
