1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 502 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Seat |
| Model | D8 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
