2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1985 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1985 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1985 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | Drifter | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3495 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2990 mm |
