2006 Ford Escape vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 28 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1978 Tatra T613.
Because 1978 Tatra T613 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Escape | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3495 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
