1986 Ford Granada vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,932 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1964 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1964 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Tatra T603 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
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, 1986 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Tatra T603. 1986 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1964 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1964 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Granada | T603 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2932 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
