1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1990 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera, 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Tatra T613. (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Tatra T613. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1990 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1990 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Riviera | T613 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
