1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T603. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1975 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1975 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Riviera | T603 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
