1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
Model | D8 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |