2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 49 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 396 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 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jeep | Tatra |
| Model | Cherokee | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
