2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1986 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Tatra T613 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Tatra T613. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1986 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1986 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1986 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | XJ | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2990 mm |
