1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 33 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 106 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva 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, 2004 Lada Niva 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Checker | Lada |
| Model | Aerobus | Niva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2210 mm |
