1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1175 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 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
| Model | D8 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2835 mm |
