1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 11 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, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1469 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Checker | Renault |
| Model | Aerobus | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2440 mm |
