2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1989 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1989 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Tatra T613. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1989 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1989 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Kia | Tatra |
| Model | Borrego | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2990 mm |
