1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Tatra T613.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Tatra T613. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer 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. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Blazer | T613 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
