1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Tatra T613
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Tatra T613 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1977 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1977 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1977 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Caprice | T613 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
