2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 23 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1983 Tatra T613.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Tatra T613. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1983 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1983 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | STS | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |
