2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1982 Tatra T613
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1982 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Tatra T613 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Tatra T613. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1982 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1982 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 1982 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XJ8 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2990 mm |
