1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Dodge | Tatra |
Model | Conquest | T603 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |