2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mitsubishi |
| Model | D8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
