2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1984 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Tatra T613. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1984 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1984 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
Model | Lumina | T613 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2990 mm |