1990 Tatra T613 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Tatra T613.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Tatra T613 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Tatra | Tata |
| Model | T613 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2425 mm |
