1989 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord 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 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1970 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 1970 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1970 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Accord | T603 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
