1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1974 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1974 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Checker | Honda |
| Model | Aerobus | 145 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2260 mm |
