1979 Tatra T613 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 29 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 82 kg more than 1979 Tatra T613.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Tatra T613 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Tatra | SsangYong |
| Model | T613 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
