2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 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 67 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 11 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
