1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 112 kg more than 1983 Tatra T613.
Because 1983 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 1983 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
Model | Town & Country | T613 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2990 mm |