1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1974 Opel Manta
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Manta weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Donkervoort S8 | 1974 Opel Manta | |
Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
Model | S8 | Manta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |