1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 1984 Tatra T613 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | Luce | T613 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
