2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | Quest | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
