2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 54 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Suzuki |
| Model | D8 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
