1984 Tatra T613 vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1992 TVR Griffith is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1984 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1992 TVR Griffith.
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, 1992 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Tatra T613 | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Tatra | TVR |
| Model | T613 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2290 mm |
