2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
Model | D8 | Cedric |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |