1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 78 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mitsubishi |
| Model | D8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
