2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 764 kg more than 1992 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 Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Corvette | D8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
