1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 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 115 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1975 Renault 5, 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
