2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 265 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
| Model | D8 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
