1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2000 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (154 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2000 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
Model | D8 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |