1984 Renault R5 vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. 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, 1966 Tatra T603 (170 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1966 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault R5 | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Renault | Tatra |
| Model | R5 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
