1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 30 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 37 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 785 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1973 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1973 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Checker | Honda |
| Model | Aerobus | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2770 mm |
