1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Olympia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | D8 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
