1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | D8 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3246 mm |
