2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Tatra T613. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1981 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1981 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tatra |
| Model | S-Type | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2990 mm |
