1964 Opel Kadett vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 1987 Tatra T613 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Tatra T613 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Opel Kadett | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Opel | Tatra |
Model | Kadett | T613 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2990 mm |