1974 Holden Torana vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 1987 Tatra T613 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1987 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Tatra T613 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | Torana | T613 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2990 mm |
