1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 1993 Opel Omega (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8. 1993 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1995 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1995 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1993 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | D8 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
