1989 Holden Commodore vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Holden Commodore.
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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | Commodore | T603 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
