1981 Tatra T613 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Tatra T613 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Tatra | Volvo |
| Model | T613 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
