1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 1980 Tatra T613 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 210 kg more than 1980 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1980 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1980 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Riviera | T613 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |
