2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 360 weights approximately 491 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Volvo |
Model | D8 | 360 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |