1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1956 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 1956 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1956 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Mondeo | T603 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |