1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 651 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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Donkervoort S8 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
Model | S8 | Monza |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |