1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 25 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), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler 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 151 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1963 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 1963 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Conquest | T603 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
