2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Escort weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | Escort |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |