1989 Eagle Talon vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 8 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, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1981 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Because 1981 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 1981 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon, 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, 1989 Eagle Talon (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Eagle | Tatra |
| Model | Talon | T613 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2990 mm |
