1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Skoda L weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 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 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Skoda |
| Model | D8 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 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 |
