2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 899 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mitsubishi |
| Model | D8 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
