1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 475 kg more than 1964 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Tatra T603. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1964 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1964 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tatra |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | T603 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
