1983 Tatra T613 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 28 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Tatra T613 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Tatra | Citroen |
| Model | T613 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
