1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1997 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 27 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 62 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 955 kg more than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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. 1997 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Checker | Honda |
| Model | Aerobus | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2810 mm |
