2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Blazer | D8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |