1989 Mazda 929 vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1989 Mazda 929 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Mazda 929.
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 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 929 | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | 929 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
