2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1765 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2003 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Donkervoort | GMC |
| Model | D8 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3300 mm |
