1984 Tatra T613 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Tatra T613 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Tatra | Audi |
| Model | T613 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2751 mm |
