1974 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 538 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Tatra T603 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Tatra | Nissan |
| Model | T603 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
