1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 22 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 106 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva 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, 1995 Lada Niva 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Checker | Lada |
| Model | Aerobus | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2210 mm |
