2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1989 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
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 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Crossfire | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
