1973 Tatra T613 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T613 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1973 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1973 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Tatra T613 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T613 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
