2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 1983 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Ranger | T613 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 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 | 1212 kg | 1692 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2990 mm |
