2009 Audi TT vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | TT | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2990 mm |
