1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 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) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Checker | Volvo |
| Model | Aerobus | 120 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2610 mm |
