2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1981 Mazda 121
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 121 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1981 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | 121 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
