1985 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 Tatra T603. 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1971 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1971 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tatra |
Model | Toronado | T603 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |