1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Kia |
| Model | D8 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
