2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 724 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Tatra T613. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1980 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1980 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-150 | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | E-150 | T613 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2990 mm |