1987 Holden Drover vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Tatra T603 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Holden | Tatra |
Model | Drover | T603 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |