2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1968 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Suburban | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
