1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 525 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1986 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Donkervoort | Vauxhall |
Model | D8 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |