2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 540 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, 1985 Renault Espace, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
