1979 Tatra T613 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Tatra T613. 1999 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1979 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1979 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Tatra T613 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Tatra | Ford |
Model | T613 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |