1997 Tatra T700 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tatra T700 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 43 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tatra T700 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T700 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
