1968 Ford Fairlane vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Ford Fairlane. (152 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Fairlane | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Fairlane | T613 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |
