2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 1970 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 1970 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano, 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | Murano | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
