1972 Ford Torino vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 1991 Tatra T613 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1991 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Torino | T613 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2990 mm |
