1991 Tatra T613 vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1991 Tatra T613 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1991 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1986 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1986 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Tatra T613 | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Tatra | TVR |
| Model | T613 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2390 mm |
