1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 28 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Scorpio | T603 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
