1974 Tatra T603 vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1982 Toyota Cressida is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
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, 1974 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Tatra T603 | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
