2008 Honda Element vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Element | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
