1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. 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, 1962 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (141 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | Commodore | T603 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
