1981 Tatra T613 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1981 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 1981 Tatra T613 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Tatra T613 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Tatra | Suzuki |
| Model | T613 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2700 mm |
