1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Camaro | S8 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |