1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 1982 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 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. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Ford Falcon.
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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Falcon | T603 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |