1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford RS 200 | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | RS 200 | T613 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |