2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 1986 Tatra T613
To start off, 2003 Cadillac XLR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac XLR (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1986 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1986 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Tatra T613 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2003 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac XLR | 1986 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | XLR | T613 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |
