1983 Holden Camira vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 1984 Tatra T613 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Tatra T613 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Camira | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Holden | Tatra |
Model | Camira | T613 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |