2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 1981 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
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2009 Subaru Forester | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Subaru | Tatra |
Model | Forester | T613 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |