1988 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Kadett weights approximately 202 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Donkervoort S8 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
Model | S8 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 166 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |