2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 662 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Tatra T613. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | B4000 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2990 mm |
