2004 Buick Century vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 14 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, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Buick Century.
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, 2004 Buick Century, 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century. 2004 Buick Century 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. 2004 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Century | T613 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 271 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 | 1520 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2990 mm |
