1988 Porsche 944 vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 1991 Tatra T613 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1991 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 944 | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Porsche | Tatra |
Model | 944 | T613 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |