1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1985 Tatra T613
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Tatra T613.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1985 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | B2500 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2990 mm |
