1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Renault 4 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1998 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 1998 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Renault 4, 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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
