1991 Tatra T613 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1991 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tatra T613. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1991 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1991 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Tatra T613 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Tatra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | T613 | C |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |
