1987 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1968 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1968 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Electra | T603 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
