1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
