1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Because 1957 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 1957 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Renault | Tatra |
| Model | Laguna | T603 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
