1987 Tatra T613 vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1987 Tatra T613 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. 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 111 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Tatra T613 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1987 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Tatra T613 | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Tatra | Vauxhall |
Model | T613 | Chevette |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2400 mm |