1985 Skoda L vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Tatra T603 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. 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, 1964 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1964 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Skoda | Tatra |
| Model | L | T603 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
