2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
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 Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 800 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2080 mm |
