1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 1980 Tatra T613 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1980 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-2 | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | RX-2 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2990 mm |
