1968 Tatra T603 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Tatra T603 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
