1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1993 Honda Legend

To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 896 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.

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, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Donkervoort D8 1993 Honda Legend
Make Donkervoort Honda
Model D8 Legend
Year Released 1998 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 138 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 654 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1420 mm


 

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