1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Plymouth |
| Model | D8 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
