1978 Buick Regal vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Buick | Tatra |
Model | Regal | T603 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |