2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
