1983 Tatra T613 vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Tatra T613 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada 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 69 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1982 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, 1983 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada. 1982 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1983 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1983 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Tatra T613 | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Tatra | Ford |
| Model | T613 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2780 mm |
