2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1979 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Mustang | T613 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2990 mm |