1983 Tatra T613 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1983 Tatra T613 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 677 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Tatra T613 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Tatra | Volvo |
| Model | T613 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |
