1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Donkervoort D8 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 71 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Logan weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1996 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
