1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Checker | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aerobus | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2410 mm |
