1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry 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 94 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
