1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1991 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 21 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 96 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. 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, 1991 Honda Concerto, 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 1991 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Checker | Honda |
Model | Aerobus | Concerto |
Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2560 mm |