1985 Tatra T613 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 27 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, 1985 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Tatra T613 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Tatra T613 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Tatra | Suzuki |
| Model | T613 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3200 mm |
