1985 Tatra T613 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Tatra T613 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 1985 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 1985 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1985 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1985 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1985 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Tatra T613 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Tatra | Honda |
| Model | T613 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2799 mm |
