1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1985 Tatra T613
To start off, 1985 Tatra T613 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Tatra T613 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. 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, 1985 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 1985 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Opel | Tatra |
Model | Rekord | T613 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2990 mm |