1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1984 Holden Gemini is newer by 14 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 119 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1984 Holden Gemini. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini. 1984 Holden Gemini has automatic transmission and 1970 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1970 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Gemini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Checker | Holden |
| Model | Aerobus | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2410 mm |
