1989 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Falcon | T603 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
