2008 Ford E-250 vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 583 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Tatra T613. (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Tatra T613. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1990 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1990 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-250 | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | E-250 | T613 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2990 mm |