1997 Tatra T700 vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo 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 108 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tatra T700 | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T700 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2390 mm |
