1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 22 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 89 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1992 Volvo 240. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Checker | Volvo |
Model | Aerobus | 240 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |