1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 542 kg more than 1990 Tatra T613.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Tatra T613. (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Tatra T613. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1990 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | GMC | Tatra |
| Model | Suburban | T613 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2990 mm |
