1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 403 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 | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
