1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 18 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 71 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. 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, 1988 Citroen CX, 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Checker | Citroen |
| Model | Aerobus | CX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2850 mm |
