2007 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1987 Tatra T613.
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, 1987 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Solstice | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tatra |
| Model | Solstice | T613 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2990 mm |
