1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 Lada 111
To start off, 2010 Lada 111 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Donkervoort D8 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 48 more horse power than 2010 Lada 111. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada 111 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
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, 2010 Lada 111, 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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lada |
| Model | D8 | 111 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
