1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Renault 15 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 126 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1974 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Checker | Renault |
| Model | Aerobus | 15 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2440 mm |
