1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 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 55 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
