2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 715 kg more than 1979 Tatra T613.
Because 1979 Tatra T613 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | Sentra | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |
