1976 Holden Torana vs. 1986 Tatra T613
To start off, 1986 Tatra T613 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Tatra T613 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1986 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1986 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | Torana | T613 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |
