2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today 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 101 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Today weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | D8 | Today |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
