1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1999 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, both 1999 Donkervoort D8 and 1999 ZAZ Wagon were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 97 more horse power than 1999 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1999 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 ZAZ Wagon weights approximately 120 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, 1999 ZAZ Wagon, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1999 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Donkervoort | ZAZ |
| Model | D8 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2330 mm |
