2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2001 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 2001 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Donkervoort |
| Model | Lanos | D8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
