1996 Tatra T700 vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Tatra T700 | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Tatra | Triumph |
| Model | T700 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
