1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1987 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 314 kg more than 1987 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Explorer | T613 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
