2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 172 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 | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |