1981 Tatra T613 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1981 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2010 Dodge Viper.
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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Tatra T613 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Tatra | Dodge |
| Model | T613 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2510 mm |
