1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1984 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Tatra T613. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1984 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1984 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | Statesman | T613 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
