1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 1987 Tatra T613 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1987 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Tatra T613 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | Quattro | T613 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2990 mm |
