1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 1991 Tatra T613 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude, 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, 1991 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | Prelude | T613 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2990 mm |