2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 715 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
Model | D8 | 240 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |