1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express 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 103 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1999 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
