1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. 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, 1981 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Ranger | T613 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
