1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. 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, 1981 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Mustang | T613 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |