1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 29 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 8 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1625 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Checker | Lotus |
| Model | Aerobus | Exige |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2310 mm |
