1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 19 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 74 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit. 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, 1989 Eagle Summit, 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Checker | Eagle |
| Model | Aerobus | Summit |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2470 mm |
