2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 690 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
Model | D8 | 740 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |