2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |