1986 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Tatra T613. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1984 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1984 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Buick | Tatra |
Model | Regal | T613 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |