1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 1981 Tatra T613 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Tatra T613. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1981 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1981 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Buick | Tatra |
Model | LeSabre | T613 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |