1999 Ford Escort vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 46 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort.
Because 1947 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort, 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, 1999 Ford Escort (178 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Escort | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
