2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | X-Trail | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
