1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
| Model | D8 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
