1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 685 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | D8 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
