2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 700 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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
Model | D8 | 760 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |