1961 Tatra T603 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740.
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, 1983 Volvo 740 (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Tatra T603 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Tatra | Volvo |
| Model | T603 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
