2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 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 28 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2000 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 2000 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480, 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, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
| Model | D8 | 480 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
