2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1982 Tatra T613
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1982 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 673 kg more than 1982 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 F-150 (495 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Tatra T613. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1982 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | F-150 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2990 mm |
