2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1980 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Violet 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 74 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Violet weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
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, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1980 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
