1980 Pontiac Lemans vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, both 1980 Pontiac Lemans and 1980 Tatra T613 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Lemans is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Lemans.
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. 1980 Pontiac Lemans 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. 1980 Pontiac Lemans will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Pontiac Lemans | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tatra |
| Model | Lemans | T613 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
