1971 Tatra T603 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603.
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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Tatra T603 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Tatra | Volvo |
| Model | T603 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
