1987 Buick Regal vs. 1973 Tatra T613
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T613 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, 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, 1973 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1973 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1973 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1973 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Regal | T613 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2990 mm |
