1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L 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 104 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Skoda L weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Skoda |
| Model | D8 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
