1982 Skoda L vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 1982 Skoda L 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 123 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1982 Skoda L. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Skoda L | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Skoda | Tatra |
| Model | L | T613 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
