2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | D8 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
