1974 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 837 kg more than 1974 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1974 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1974 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Tatra T603 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T603 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2855 mm |
