2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1791 kg more than 1967 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1967 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1967 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Excursion | T603 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6799 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |