2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 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 107 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Super 5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
