1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 1984 Tatra T613 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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, 1984 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Opel | Tatra |
| Model | Ascona | T613 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |
