1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Tatra T613
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T613 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1975 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 1975 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T613. 1996 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1975 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1975 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | LeSabre | T613 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2990 mm |
