1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1991 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tatra T613. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1991 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1991 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
Model | Corvette | T613 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |