2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1991 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1991 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1991 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | RX-8 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
