1977 Tatra T613 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Tatra T613 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Tatra T613 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T613 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
