1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
Model | Corvette | T613 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |