1978 Skoda L vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 5 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, 1973 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Skoda | Tatra |
| Model | L | T603 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
