2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
