1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | D8 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
