1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 18 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 69 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Checker Aerobus | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Checker | Volvo |
Model | Aerobus | 740 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2780 mm |