1983 Tatra T613 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 1983 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Tatra T613 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Tatra | Honda |
| Model | T613 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2775 mm |
