1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 641 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
