1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore.
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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Commodore | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Holden | Tatra |
Model | Commodore | T603 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |