2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Tatra T613. (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Tatra T613. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1990 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | C5 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
