1983 Tatra T613 vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Holden Monaro.
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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Tatra T613 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Tatra | Holden |
| Model | T613 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2800 mm |
