1972 Nissan 240 C vs. 1982 Tatra T613
To start off, 1982 Tatra T613 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan 240 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Tatra T613 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Nissan 240 C. 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, 1982 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan 240 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan 240 C | 1982 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | 240 C | T613 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2990 mm |
