1978 Tatra T613 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1978 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Tatra T613 | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T613 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2560 mm |
