2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord 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 69 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2003 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 2003 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | D8 | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |