1968 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 42 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1008 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 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Tatra T603 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Tatra | GMC |
| Model | T603 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
