1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 14 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1984 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Because 1984 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 1984 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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, 1984 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Cougar | T613 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |
