1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Donkervoort D8 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Peugeot |
Model | D8 | 505 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |