1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1970 Checker Aerobus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1202. 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Checker | Skoda |
Model | Aerobus | 1202 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2690 mm |