2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Familia weights approximately 179 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
