1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.

Let's talk about torque, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Donkervoort D8 1968 Mazda Familia
Make Donkervoort Mazda
Model D8 Familia
Year Released 1999 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1780 cc 987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 625 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2200 mm


 

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