2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Prelude weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | D8 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |