1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 8 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 89 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Checker | Volvo |
Model | Aerobus | 240 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |