1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1984 Rover 3500

To start off, 1984 Rover 3500 is newer by 12 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, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 974 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500.

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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500. 1984 Rover 3500 has automatic transmission and 1972 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1972 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Rover 3500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Checker Aerobus 1984 Rover 3500
Make Checker Rover
Model Aerobus 3500
Year Released 1972 1984
Engine Size 5733 cc 3532 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 186 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5280 RPM
Torque 463 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2405 kg 1431 kg
Vehicle Length 6690 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 4760 mm 2820 mm


 

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