2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone 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 81 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Leone weights approximately 190 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, 1981 Subaru Leone, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Subaru |
| Model | D8 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
