1960 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Because 1960 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 1960 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest, 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Tatra T603 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Tatra | Nissan |
| Model | T603 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
