2009 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Tatra T613 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1986 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | A4 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
