1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 22 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. Both 1990 Buick Skylark and 1968 Tatra T603 are equipped with a 2,471 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
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, 1990 Buick Skylark, 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603. 1990 Buick Skylark 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. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Skylark | T603 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
