1980 Tatra T613 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Tatra T613. 1988 Holden Commodore 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. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Tatra T613 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Tatra | Holden |
| Model | T613 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2740 mm |
