1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | D8 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
