1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. 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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Checker | Opel |
| Model | Aerobus | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2330 mm |
