2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T603 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Renault | Tatra |
| Model | Kangoo | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1564 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
