2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
