1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 360 kg more than 1960 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Blazer | T603 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
