1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Checker Aerobus 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 115 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1981 Volvo 343. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343. 1981 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1971 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1971 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Checker | Volvo |
Model | Aerobus | 343 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |