2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1990 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 1990 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Mondeo | T613 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
