1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 20 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 64 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Checker | Peugeot |
| Model | Aerobus | 405 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2680 mm |
