1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
Model | S8 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |