1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 266 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | D8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
