1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
Model | D8 | Antara |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |