1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Tatra T603 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1967 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jeep | Tatra |
| Model | CJ7 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
