1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 33 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) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Checker | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aerobus | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3560 mm |
