1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1974 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | RX-7 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
