1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 2 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 705 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | D8 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
