1983 Ford Granada vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 1989 Tatra T613 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. 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, 1989 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Granada | T613 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2990 mm |