2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2004 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Venture |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |