1977 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Tatra T613
To start off, 1986 Tatra T613 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Tatra T613.
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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Tatra T613. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1986 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1986 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1986 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Buick | Tatra |
Model | Electra | T613 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |