1967 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 45 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 54 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 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Tatra T603 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Tatra | Toyota |
Model | T603 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |