1997 Tatra T700 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tatra T700 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T700 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
