2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1831 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Express | D8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2310 mm |
