2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |