2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Tatra T613 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 1987 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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2008 Subaru Forester | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Subaru | Tatra |
Model | Forester | T613 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2990 mm |