1988 Honda Legend vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1973 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 1973 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | Legend | T603 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |