1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
