1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1983 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Tatra T613. 1999 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1983 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1983 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Prowler | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Tatra |
| Model | Prowler | T613 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |
