2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1989 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Tatra T613. 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Tatra |
| Model | Discovery | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2718 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
