1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 39 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 657 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 2010 Volkswagen CC 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. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Checker | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aerobus | CC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2710 mm |
