1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 12 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 49 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Scorpio | T613 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
