1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1980 Renault Siete
To start off, 1980 Renault Siete is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Checker Aerobus 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 136 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1980 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Checker Aerobus 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 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Siete, 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1980 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Checker | Renault |
| Model | Aerobus | Siete |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2540 mm |
