1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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. Both 1972 Checker Aerobus and 1987 Chevrolet Corvette are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 967 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2450 mm |
