1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Checker | Lotus |
| Model | Aerobus | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2460 mm |
