1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1972 Tatra T603
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 12 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 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 65 more horse power than 1972 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Tatra T603 weights approximately 90 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Commodore | 1972 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Holden | Tatra |
Model | Commodore | T603 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1470 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 |