1989 Tatra T613 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Tatra T613 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Tatra T613 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T613 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2640 mm |
