1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1997 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 1997 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair, 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, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Donkervoort D8 | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
