2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1990 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Tatra T613. (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Tatra T613. 2002 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Discovery | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Tatra |
| Model | Discovery | T613 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
