1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 430 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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
