1968 Tatra T603 vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 40 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 2,471 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. 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, 2008 Renault Logan, 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, 1968 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Tatra T603 | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Tatra | Renault |
| Model | T603 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
