1973 Tatra T603 vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1979 Volvo 265 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265.
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, 1979 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603. 1979 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1973 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1973 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Tatra T603 | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Tatra | Volvo |
Model | T603 | 265 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |