1987 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, both 1987 Buick Skyhawk and 1987 Tatra T613 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Tatra T613 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skyhawk, 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.
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1987 Buick Skyhawk | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Buick | Tatra |
Model | Skyhawk | T613 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |