1974 Renault 17 vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 1981 Tatra T613 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1974 Renault 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Tatra T613 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 17 | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Renault | Tatra |
| Model | 17 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |
