1981 Tatra T613 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 30 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Tatra T613. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1981 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1981 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Tatra T613 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Tatra | Lexus |
| Model | T613 | IS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2731 mm |
