2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel 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 84 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2002 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | D8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
