2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1992 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Presea 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 55 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Presea weights approximately 360 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, 1992 Nissan Presea, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1992 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Presea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
