2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1972 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1972 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 965 kg more than 1972 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1972 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | GMC | Tatra |
| Model | Envoy | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2760 mm |
