2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 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 92 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
| Model | D8 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
