1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1972 Tatra T603
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Tatra T603 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1972 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1972 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Avenger | T603 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
