2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 10 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Lotus | Tatra |
| Model | Extreme | T613 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 3495 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2990 mm |
