1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 25 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 46 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Checker Aerobus | 1997 Renault Spider | |
Make | Checker | Renault |
Model | Aerobus | Spider |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2350 mm |