1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
