1996 Tatra T700 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tatra T700 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 124 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Tatra T700 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T700 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
