1981 Tatra T613 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 31 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1981 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 325 kg more than 1981 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Tatra T613 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Tatra | SsangYong |
| Model | T613 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |
