1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Donkervoort |
| Model | Naked | D8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
