1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life 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 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1974 Honda Life | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | D8 | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2090 mm |