2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L 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 105 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda L weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Skoda |
| Model | D8 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
