2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1991 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tatra T613. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tatra T613. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1991 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1991 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Crown Victoria | T613 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
