2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1985 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1985 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Mustang | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
