2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Donkervoort D8 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 69 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2003 Lada Niva 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, 2003 Lada Niva 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 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lada |
| Model | D8 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
