2000 Eagle Talon vs. 1985 Tatra T613
To start off, 2000 Eagle Talon is newer by 15 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, 2000 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1985 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Tatra T613 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2000 Eagle Talon.
Because 1985 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 1985 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Eagle Talon, 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 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Eagle Talon | 1985 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Eagle | Tatra |
| Model | Talon | T613 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |
