2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 126 kg more than 1974 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1974 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1974 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Mustang | T603 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |