1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1997 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Donkervoort D8 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
