1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 77 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic 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. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Checker | Honda |
| Model | Aerobus | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2630 mm |
