2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1097 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
Model | D8 | MPV |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |