1979 Saab 900 vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, both 1979 Saab 900 and 1979 Tatra T613 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900, 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, 1979 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Saab 900 | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Saab | Tatra |
Model | 900 | T613 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2990 mm |