1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Tatra T613.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Explorer | T613 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 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 |
