1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 860 kg more than 1967 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1967 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1967 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Express | T603 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
