2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
