1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 761 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
