2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Mustang | T613 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |