1994 Rover 200 vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rover 200, 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, 1983 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Rover | Tatra |
| Model | 200 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
