1990 Tatra T613 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1990 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 1990 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Tatra T613 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T613 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2578 mm |
