2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1965 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1965 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Pilot | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
