1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 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 74 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Zastava |
| Model | D8 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
