1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | 929 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
