1973 Tatra T603 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Because 1973 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Tatra T603 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
