2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Tatra T613. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1983 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1983 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Express | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2990 mm |
